political economy
A fighting union’s path to renewal: The UE story
May 23, 2025As manufacturing declined, so did the UE. Revival came, however, from the most unexpected quarters.
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America First? Longshore union says Trump tariffs put American workers last
May 14, 2025“Don’t look just to the stock market for our economy. Look to our ports and trade,” warns California congressman as container volume plummets.
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Trump caved on tariffs, but not before helping billionaire buddies cash in
April 10, 2025The MAGA trade agenda retreats before the discipline of the bond market, a punishment usually reserved for left-wing governments.
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The view from China: ‘Reciprocal tariffs’ only lead to reciprocal suffering
April 4, 2025The U.S. is trying to defend its hegemonic position in the world economy, but these measures may well end up backfiring.
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Layoffs, price hikes, retaliation: What workers can expect from Trump’s trade war
April 3, 2025Progressive economists say his tariffs could cost every household $5,200 a year.
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